Responding to comments left by others...I am lost on this site. I try to respond and then my labored response disappears. Are there steps to this?...reactions12repliesBreathing
CPAP and Hyperinflation?...Has anyone heard of CPAP contributing to hyperinflation? I've woken up many a time literally fighting to breath out, and being forced...reactions4repliesBreathingSleepProgression
LVRS eligibilty...I would like to know if anyone has been refused (or not eligible) for an LVRS. What happens then? Are you just...reactions3repliesTreatmentDiagnosisEmphysema
Copd air physio ...Has any body used this device to help with breaking and coughing up the phlegm. My father is suffering very badly in...reactions2repliesBreathing
Pulmonologist...I have severe COPD. I have read in some of your forums about having a Pulmonologist, My PCP. Has never mentioned seeing...reactions11replies
Wearing Oxygen for the First Time...Over these past eleven years, I have had many first times with my oxygen. Here are some I'd like to share. In...reactions78comments
Beyond My Addiction...I can say with certainty that I would love a cigarette right now. It’s not a feeling like I would kill someone...reactions20comments
Lung reduction surgery ...Has anyone had lung reduction surgery , if so , describe any benefits . Or perhaps problems after the surgery . They...reactions8replies
General practitioner versus pulmonologist ...My regular doctor is the one who discovered my Copd. I’m wondering if I should keep going to her for my Copd...reactions3repliesDiagnosis
Showering...I want to take a shower. I've been wanting to take a shower for several days now (like maybe 10 days). Really...reactions18replies
DIY Cleaners for COPD: Mom’s Recipes...Mama was a hoot. Memories of her always make me smile. When we decided to make DIY cleaners for COPD, mom’s recipes...reactions11comments
Allergic reaction?...So I made some enchiladas without any hot stuff. About an hour or so after I ate I got so sick. Stomach...reactions1replyBreathingSmokingEmphysema
Concentrator pooped out!...Just a tip for concentrator users. I am on the concentrator 24-7, bottle only when going out. I have had been using...reactions8repliesAwareness
Double Lung Transplant...Hi Everyone I Got A Call Today That I Qualified For Transplant. Im So Excited And Scared.I Do Need To Go On...reactions6replies
A Different Kind of Thermostat: Part 1...I gasped for air as I stepped out the back door and onto the deck. The sweat began to pour off of...reactions13comments
Flare up...Can someone explain what a flair up is? I have been feeling tired, real short of breath, runny eyes just overall don't...reactions2replies
Medicare part D...I just started my Medicare Part A and B-pay for a secondary ins and also a part D plan. For the last...reactions9repliesCost
COPD ...Hi I’m Ruth In April of 22 I was diagnosed with stage 4 COPD I am fortunate that I’m not having breathing...reactions3repliesAwareness
plz recommend pulse oximeter ...Hi all, Please recommend pulse oximeter. features needed: continuous monitor overnight instant read of the number can look at overnight numbers from...reactions11repliesNewly DiagnosedSleepDiagnosis
Double Lung Transplant...Its Been A Hard Week Of Appointments Getting Evaluated For Lung Transplant. But I Feel I May Qualify. They Do Want Me...reactions3replies
